Snapper SZT18336BVE User Manual

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 
 
WARNING 
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, 
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop 
engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove 
key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and 
secure away from plug. Engine and components are 
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool 
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent 
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. 
 
3.4  SERVICE - ANNUALLY  
Perform all maintenance as described in the 
maintenance schedule. 
3.4.1. Engine 
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 
 
3.4.2. Air 
Filter 
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service 
instructions. 
 
3.4.3. Oil 
Filter 
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service 
instructions. 
 
 
3.4.4. Engine 
Oil 
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service 
instructions. 
 
3.4.5. Transaxle 
IMPORTANT: DO NOT try to open reservoir cap at 
any time. The transaxle is maintenance free. The 
transaxle does not require any fluid or any 
service. If there is any problem: leakage, 
malfunction or etc. return the SCRAMBLER 
immediately to the nearest authorized Snapper 
dealer for service. 
 
3.4.6. Fuel 
Filter 
Service fuel filter as instructed below. Close fuel 
valve in fuel line. Run engine until engine runs out 
of fuel. Turn key to “OFF” position. Engine MUST 
be stopped and MUST be cold before removing 
filter. Perform filter change only when fuel line is 
empty. 
1.  Remove hose clamps from fuel filter. 
2.  Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter. 
3.  Install new fuel filter. Reinstall hose clamps. See 
Figure 3.10. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 3.10 
 
3.5  STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) 
Perform the following procedures to insure the 
SCRAMBLER will operate properly when taken out of 
storage. 
1.  Thoroughly clean the SCRAMBLER by removing 
all grass clippings and debris. 
2. 
Perform maintenance and lubrication as 
described in the previous sections. 
3.  Drain fuel from fuel tank into an approved 
container outdoors away from all sources of 
ignition. 
4.  Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs 
out of fuel. This allows the carburetor and fuel 
system to remain clean during storage. 
5.  Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY 
REMOVAL AND STORAGE”. 
6.  Close vent on fuel filler cap and fuel valve in fuel 
line. Remove key. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEW FUEL FILTER 
PART NO. 1-4359 
HOSE CLAMPS